I’m an artist and coach with over ten years of experience in the circus arts. I completed aerial fabric teacher training in 2011 at the New England Center for Circus arts and began teaching in 2012. I opened Air Temple Arts, now one of the largest studios in New England, in 2013 where I now serve as the creative director.
As a performer, I focus on aerial silks, corde lisse, aerial hoop, and straps. As you may have already read I’m a prolific artist behind the curtain as well, and have produced a number of professional shows, including two touring productions.
As a coach, my goal is to build a sturdy foundation on great technique, with an understanding of aerial theory, so my students can unlock their ability to innovate authentically, creatively, and safely.
Circus Production
- Wrote, directed, and produced 8 professional shows in 7 years
- Background in creative writing – I can hone your ideas to their most effective iteration
- Choreography creation for numerous ground and air pieces on all apparatus
- Invention of the Infinity Hoop, an apparatus for three performers
- Track record of sold out shows
- Professional cat wrangler
Coaching
- Have worked as a full time coach since 2013
- Continual focus on self-improvement and regular lessons with master aerialists
- Completion of formalized teacher training
- Creation of successful teacher training program through Air Temple Arts
- Have taught nationally from Massachusetts to Alaska, to California
- My students have moved on to professional training programs and professional work